University District Travel Guide

Memphis

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Stay near popular University District attractions

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University of Memphis

8.2/10 (1,564 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music

฿656
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options

฿1,476
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Memphis City Tour with Optional Riverboat Cruise & Sun Studio Add-On Options
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise

฿3,116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Memphis City Tour that includes Riverboat Cruise
Memphis Mojo Music Bus Tour

Memphis Mojo Bus Tour

฿1,260
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis Mojo Bus Tour
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

฿1,620
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

฿1,332
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime Tour
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Top hotels in University District

Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿2,840 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,840
฿3,523 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hu. Hotel
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET Memphis TN
The price is ฿4,729 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿4,729
฿5,681 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,909 reviews)
"Nice hotel with great staff - particularly those at breakfast"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,913 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,913
฿8,933 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Big Cypress Lodge
The Peabody Memphis

The Peabody Memphis

5 out of 5
149 Union Avenue Memphis TN
The price is ฿6,551 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿6,551
฿8,632 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Beale Street and FedExForum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"It’s a beautiful grand hotel. We enjoyed our stay. It was like walking back in time . Close to shopping ,food , bars. Everyone was nice as they could be."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

The Peabody Memphis
Memphis Riverline Hotel

Memphis Riverline Hotel

4 out of 5
250 N Main St Memphis TN
The price is ฿3,617 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,617
฿4,542 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Memphis Riverline Hotel
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd Memphis TN
The price is ฿8,197 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿8,197
฿10,393 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,945 reviews)
"Fantastic location for Graceland lovely hotel."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

The Guest House at Graceland
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Where to stay in University District

Find the best University District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Memphis

Downtown Memphis is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, fascinating museums and great live music. You might also want to check out attractions like Statue of Elvis or Orpheum Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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East Memphis

Travellers to East Memphis praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Theatre Memphis and Memphis Botanic Garden.

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Midtown

Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Memphis Brooks Museum of Art while you're exploring.

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Whitehaven

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Whitehaven. A stop by Graceland or Tri-State Bank of Memphis might round out your trip.

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Southwind

Southwind is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Mike Rose Soccer Complex or TPC Southwind.

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